1. Introduction
Caldan Construction and Consultancy Firm uses cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your experience on our website, analyse usage patterns, and improve our services. This Cookie Policy explains what cookies are, how we use them, and how you can manage your preferences.
We are committed to transparency and complying with the Kenya Data Protection Act, 2019, and applicable international standards such as the GDPR.
2. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files that are stored on your device (computer, tablet, or mobile phone) when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work more efficiently and provide valuable information to website owners.
Cookies serve various purposes, including:
- Session Management — Remembering your login status and preferences
- Functionality — Enabling specific features and personalisation
- Analytics — Understanding how visitors use our website
- Performance — Optimising website speed and performance
3. Types of Cookies We Use
3.1 Essential Cookies (Strictly Necessary)
These cookies are necessary for our website to function properly. They enable core functionality such as security, network management, and accessibility. You cannot opt out of these cookies as they are essential for the website to work.
3.2 Functional Cookies
These cookies enable enhanced functionality and personalisation. They may be set by us or by third-party providers whose services we have added to our pages.
3.3 Analytics Cookies
These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our website. We use this information to improve our content, user experience, and website performance.
3.4 Performance Cookies
These cookies help us monitor website performance and identify any technical issues that may affect your experience.
4. Third-Party Cookies
We may use third-party services that set their own cookies. These services include:
- Google Analytics — For website analytics and performance monitoring
- Font Awesome — For icon delivery
- Google Fonts — For typography
- Cloudinary — For media delivery and optimisation
We do not control third-party cookies. We recommend reviewing their respective privacy and cookie policies for more information.
5. Why We Use Cookies
We use cookies for the following purposes:
- Improving User Experience — Remembering your preferences and settings
- Analytics — Understanding how visitors interact with our website
- Performance — Optimising website speed and reliability
- Security — Protecting against fraud and unauthorised access
- Compliance — Maintaining records of consent and legal compliance
6. Managing Your Cookie Preferences
You have the right to accept or decline cookies. You can manage your preferences through:
6.1 Browser Settings
Most browsers allow you to control cookies through your browser settings. You can typically find these settings under "Privacy" or "Preferences" in your browser menu. You can:
- Accept all cookies
- Reject all cookies
- Set your browser to notify you when a cookie is being set
- Delete specific cookies
6.2 Our Cookie Consent Tool
When you first visit our website, you will see a cookie consent banner where you can accept or decline non-essential cookies. Your preference will be stored using a functional cookie.
If you change your mind, you can update your preferences at any time by clicking the "Cookie Settings" link in the footer, or by clearing your cookies and reloading the page.
6.3 Third-Party Opt-Out
For Google Analytics, you can install the Google Analytics Opt-Out Browser Add-on to prevent data collection.
7. Types of Data Collected by Cookies
The cookies we use may collect the following types of information:
- IP Address — Your device's internet protocol address (anonymised where possible)
- Browser Information — Browser type, version, and settings
- Device Information — Device type, operating system, and screen resolution
- Usage Data — Pages visited, time spent, and navigation patterns
- Referral Source — How you arrived at our website
We never store sensitive personal information (e.g., passwords or payment details) in cookies.
8. Cookie Duration
Cookies used on our website have different lifespans:
- Session Cookies — Temporary and deleted when you close your browser
- Persistent Cookies — Remain on your device for a set period or until manually deleted
The duration of each cookie is specified in the cookie tables in Section 3.
9. Data Protection and Privacy
All data collected through cookies is processed in accordance with our Privacy Policy and the Kenya Data Protection Act, 2019. We take appropriate measures to protect your data and respect your privacy.
For more information about how we handle your personal data, please review our Privacy Policy.
10. Updates to This Cookie Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy periodically to reflect changes in technology, legislation, or our business practices. We will notify you of significant changes through our website or by email.
We encourage you to review this policy regularly to stay informed about our use of cookies and your choices.
11. Contact Us
If you have any questions about our Cookie Policy, please contact us:
- Email: info.caldanconstruction@gmail.com
- Phone: +254703653010
- Address: Nairobi, Kenya
We will respond to your inquiry within 15 business days.